If you're looking for a hip hotel with a fantastic beachfront location, then this is the place for you.
If you're looking for a hotel where you can stroll out in the morning, grab a coffee from the nearby Starbuck's and walk over to the HB pier and watch the morning surfers, then this is definitely the hotel for you.

Rooms vary with Oceanfront rooms having the beds placed so they are facing the ocean which is an amazing way to wake up each morning (Huntington Beach is literally located on the other side of the street about 50 yards away.) The city view rooms are a more affordable price point but their views are of the surrounding residential homes and sadly, these views leave much to be desired. Just keep the sheer curtains closed. The worst rooms are the ones with a city view but also next to their AC - there is a constant hum in the room that would make sleeping impossible if you ask me. I got this room once and immediately told them to give me another room and they did.

Breakfast at their restaurant Zimbala is delicious but I am puzzled by why it is always empty in the mornings. I think their food is better than the brunch options on main st. I tried those places and thought they were average. Plus you don't have to queue a ridiculously long time at Zimbala for a table either.

Staff are young, friendly and try to please. If there is a negative, I would say it is the rather high parking fees. If you 're only staying 1 night, save yourself the $ and grab a spot in the surrounding streets. Even the metered spots are free in the evenings and early mornings.

We stayed at the Shorebreak on one of the "Snique Away" promotions. The hotel lived up to it's billing with a very Surf-vibe. The staff were wonderful and the evening wine-hour was great as well. Would stay there again if I ever return to the area.

The location of the hotel is perfect and you couldn't get any closer to the beach unless you actually slept on the beach.
This is a very cool hotel with a total surf vibe which makes you feel like surfing, even if you don't :)
Valet drivers were very helpful with directions and always welcomed us back. Front desk staff worked to get us a good upgrade at a nominal price, which was worth it. Get the room with views of the beach since that is why you're staying there.
Cocktail hour from 5p-6p daily which was very enjoyable. Didn't go to the restaurant/bar but it was very busy so next time we'll go for sure.

This was a great location and our room had a nice big verandah to watch the sunset from. The free glass of wine each night was also a nice touch. The lack of free wifi was a let down. Especially as we used wifi to book the room. Car parking was also not included. For the price it was a little disappointing.